Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

The program in creative writing seeks to help students develop their creative potential,
especially in writing; explore the practical aspects of publishing and getting published;
learn a respect for and an understanding of language; appreciate and profit from a
study of our common literary heritage; increase their awareness of and empathy for
diverse peoples and cultures; discover the relevance of ideas and values found in
their reading; and learn to think critically and evaluate wisely.

Creative writing majors are prepared for a variety of careers in advertising, communications,
education, government, management, personnel work, public relations, and sales. A
degree in creative writing also provides an excellent undergraduate preparation for
the student planning to pursue graduate study of business, law, or the humanities.